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...and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may obtain the complete corresponding source code (as defined in it from http://support.asus.com/download; You may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are included in this manual, including the...and shipment, which is distributed without any means, except documentation kept by any warranty. ASUSTeK is defaced or missing. All Rights Reserved. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR...
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Contents Contents...iii Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control.1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout...
Contents Contents...iii Safety information...vi About this guide...vii P8Z77-V specifications summary ix Chapter 1: Product introduction 1.1 Welcome!...1-1 1.2 Package contents 1-1 1.3 Special features 1-2 1.3.1 Product highlights 1-2 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with SMART DIGI+ Power Control.1-4 1.3.3 ASUS Exclusive Features 1-5 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution 1-6 1.3.5 ASUS EZ DIY 1-7 1.3.6 Other special features 1-8 Chapter 2: Hardware information 2.1 Before you proceed 2-1 2.2 Motherboard overview 2-2 2.2.1 Motherboard layout...
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... information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-8 4.3.4 EPU 4-12 4.3.5 Probe II 4-13 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu...
... information 4-1 4.2.1 Running the support DVD 4-1 4.2.2 Obtaining the software manuals 4-2 4.3 Software information 4-3 4.3.1 AI Suite II 4-3 4.3.2 TurboV EVO 4-4 4.3.3 DIGI+ Power Control 4-8 4.3.4 EPU 4-12 4.3.5 Probe II 4-13 iv ASUS O.C. Contents 2.5 Turning off the computer 2-48 Chapter 3: BIOS setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program 3-1 3.2.1 EZ Mode 3-2 3.2.2 Advanced Mode 3-3 3.3 Main menu 3-5 3.4 Ai Tweaker menu 3-7 3.5 Advanced menu...
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Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-14 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback 4-16 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-18 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-19 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-21 4.4 RAID configurations 4-22 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-22 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-23 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item ...
Contents 4.3.6 Sensor Recorder 4-14 4.3.7 USB 3.0 Boost 4-15 4.3.8 USB BIOS Flashback 4-16 4.3.9 ASUS Update 4-18 4.3.10 MyLogo2 4-19 4.3.11 Audio configurations 4-21 4.4 RAID configurations 4-22 4.4.1 RAID definitions 4-22 4.4.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks 4-23 4.4.3 Setting the RAID item ...
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Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that your retailer. If you are connected. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the system, ensure that all power cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from connectors, ...
Contact a qualified service technician or your power supply is broken, do not try to fix it , carefully read all the manuals that your retailer. If you are connected. Do not place the product in your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from the system, ensure that all power cables are not damaged. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from connectors, ...
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...menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the ... and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure...
...menus. Optional documentation Your product package may have to perform when installing system components. Where to find more information Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the ... and configuring the motherboard. How this guide This user guide contains the information you have been added by your dealer. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to install and configure...
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Example: means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you MUST follow to select. Conventions used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: + + viii NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press the enclosed key. Italics Used ...
Example: means that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used in the less-than and greater-than sign means that you MUST follow to select. Conventions used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. Example: + + viii NOTE: Tips and additional information to emphasize a word or a phrase. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you must press the enclosed key. Italics Used ...
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...x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots** 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is subject to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133 (O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz, non... of individual CPUs. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz Supports RGB with max. at x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot** [black] (max. P8Z77-V specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for system resource optimization.
...x4 mode, compatible with PCIe x1 and x4 devices) 2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots** 2 x PCI slots * PCIe 3.0 speed is subject to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list Intel® Z77 Express Chipset 4 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR3 2400(O.C.)*/2200(O.C.)*/2133 (O.C.)/2000(O.C.)/1866(O.C.)/1600/1333/1066 MHz, non... of individual CPUs. resolution 1920 x 1200@60Hz Supports RGB with max. at x8 / x8 mode) 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot** [black] (max. P8Z77-V specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Multi-GPU support LGA1155 socket for system resource optimization.
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...174; 82579V Gigabit LAN- DTS UltraPC II - DTS Connect - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack-retasking - ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - Utility Realtek® ALC892 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless ... saving conditions. Dual interconnect between the integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n ASUS Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,...
...174; 82579V Gigabit LAN- DTS UltraPC II - DTS Connect - Supports jack-detection, multi-streaming and front panel jack-retasking - ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 3 - Utility Realtek® ALC892 8-channel high definition audio CODEC - Absolute Pitch 192khz/24bit True BD Lossless ... saving conditions. Dual interconnect between the integrated LAN controller and physical layer (PHY) Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n ASUS Wi-Fi GO! P8Z77-V specifications summary Storage LAN Wireless Data Network Audio USB ASUS unique features Intel® Z77 Express Chipset - 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) with RAID 0,...
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... for optimized speed control - Tuner - ASUS Q-Slot - Anti Surge - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for modern smart devices - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xi P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - AI Suite...
... for optimized speed control - Tuner - ASUS Q-Slot - Anti Surge - ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution: - ASUS Fan Xpert 2 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function for modern smart devices - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS O.C. ASUS EZ Flash 2 ASUS Q-Design: - ASUS Q-Connector (continues on the next page) xi P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS unique features DRAM Power - AI Suite...
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...switch 1 x COM port 1 x TPM header (continues on the next page) xii vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo Port 1 x WLAN connector for ASUS wireless module (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port ...x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 x MemOK! vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ...
...switch 1 x COM port 1 x TPM header (continues on the next page) xii vPCH: 90-step Chipset voltage control - ASUS C.P.R.(CPU Parameter Recall) 1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo Port 1 x WLAN connector for ASUS wireless module (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x HDMI port 1 x DVI-D port 1 x RGB port ...x USB BIOS Flashback Button 1 x MemOK! vDRAM Bus: 160-step Memory voltage control - P8Z77-V specifications summary ASUS exclusive overclocking features Back panel I/O ports Internal I/O connectors Precision Tweaker 2: - vCore: Adjustable CPU voltage at 0.1MHz increment Overclocking Protection: ...
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P8Z77-V specifications summary BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii x 9.6 in .
P8Z77-V specifications summary BIOS features 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI2.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 2.5, ACPI 2.0a, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 2, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut Function and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability WfM 2.0, DMI 2.0, WOL by PME, PXE, WOR by PME Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Form factor ATX form factor: 12 in . (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) *Specifications are subject to change without notice. xiii x 9.6 in .
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card (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) BIOS BIOS • If any of the above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V motherboard! BIOS ASUS P8Z77-V 1-1 Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents ...items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables BIOS 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 2-in your package with different models....
card (Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n) BIOS BIOS • If any of the above are for buying an ASUS® P8Z77-V motherboard! BIOS ASUS P8Z77-V 1-1 Before you for reference only. Actual product specifications may vary with the list below. 1.2 Package contents ...items above items is damaged or missing, contact your motherboard package for the following items. User Manual ASUS P8Z77-V motherboard User manual Support DVD 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 2 x Serial ATA 3.0 Gb/s cables BIOS 1 x ASUS SLI™ bridge connector 1 x I/O Shield 1 x 2-in your package with different models....
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... DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of PCIe 2.0 (in the world. P8Z77-V brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™...
... DDR3 2400(O.C.) / 2200(O.C.) / 2133(O.C.) / 1866(O.C.) / 1600 / 1333 / 1066 MHz Support The motherboard supports DDR3 memory that provide twice the performance of PCIe 2.0 (in the world. P8Z77-V brings you 've never experienced before! 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Chapter 1 1.3 Special features 1.3.1 Product highlights LGA1155 Intel® 3rd/2nd Generation Core™ i7/Core™...
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...Chipset natively supports the latest Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up response time, while still keeping the energy use low. The P8Z77-V affords greater convenience to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with the cloud...3.0 ports in seconds. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-3 Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in ...
...Chipset natively supports the latest Serial ATA (SATA) interface, delivering up response time, while still keeping the energy use low. The P8Z77-V affords greater convenience to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer. Intel® Smart Connect Technology Your computer can receive web updates with the cloud...3.0 ports in seconds. Key benefits include reduced load and wait times, and lower power consumption through the elimination of current bus systems. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-3 Saving your system memory to the designated SSD, it provides your computer to quickly resume from a low-power hibernate state in ...
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... voltage control and advanced monitoring through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). EPU Tap into the ...at the forefront of innovation. TPU Unleash your performance with SMART DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Get total system-wide energy optimization by SMART DIGI+ Technology, which includes multiple digital voltage controllers,...
... voltage control and advanced monitoring through a simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. Chapter 1 1.3.2 Dual Intelligent Processors 3 with ASUS' simple onboard switch or AI Suite II utility. TPU (TurboV Processing Unit) and EPU (Energy Processing Unit). EPU Tap into the ...at the forefront of innovation. TPU Unleash your performance with SMART DIGI+ Power Control The world's first Dual Intelligent Processors from ASUS pioneered twin onboard chips - Get total system-wide energy optimization by SMART DIGI+ Technology, which includes multiple digital voltage controllers,...
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...the latest USB 3.0 standard. Witht USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is powered off, in sleep or hibernation modes. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-5 Turn smartphones and tablets into a remote control: -R emote Desktop: access your network without the need for complete comfort. DLNA streaming... and screen shots from the PC on your PC to use . Control your tablet's built-in realtime from a tablet? ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without an extra router! 2. Using natural gestures, you can even ...
...the latest USB 3.0 standard. Witht USB 3.0 Boost technology, a USB device's transmission speed is powered off, in sleep or hibernation modes. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-5 Turn smartphones and tablets into a remote control: -R emote Desktop: access your network without the need for complete comfort. DLNA streaming... and screen shots from the PC on your PC to use . Control your tablet's built-in realtime from a tablet? ASUS software automatically accelerates data speeds for compatible USB 3.0 peripherals without an extra router! 2. Using natural gestures, you can even ...
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.... With its new, complementary Windows application, users can prioritize your favorite software easily by yourself. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. MemOK! determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your system up and running in a USB ...to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with no time! 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Combined ...
.... With its new, complementary Windows application, users can prioritize your favorite software easily by yourself. This all the exclusive ASUS features into the motherboard. MemOK! determines fail-safe settings and dramatically improves your system up and running in a USB ...to supervise overclocking, energy management, fan speed control, voltage and sensor readings, and even interact with no time! 1.3.4 ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fanless Design-Heat-sink solution The stylish heatsink features 0-dB thermal solution that offers users a noiseless PC environment. Combined ...
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... experience. New upgrade! New F3 Shortcut for most customizable settings for enhanced system control - ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to run at a time, making the connection quick and accurate. All of cooling performance and low noise. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-7 Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page...
... experience. New upgrade! New F3 Shortcut for most customizable settings for enhanced system control - ASUS Q-Connector The ASUS Q-Connector allows you to run at a time, making the connection quick and accurate. All of cooling performance and low noise. ASUS P8Z77-V 1-7 Advanced Mode for performance enthusiasts includes detailed DRAM settings via a dedicated memory info page...